Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

  • Our ears reveal our true state of health

    Earwax, or cerumen, is crucial for ear health, protecting against dirt and bacteria. Its color and texture can signal health issues: Gray: Often from pollution, no worries unless irritation occurs.Blood: Indicates injury or a perforated eardrum, see a doctor.Dark Brown: May result from stress, relax to reduce it.Black: Could suggest a fungal infection, seek treatment.White:…

  • How to Stop Body Shaming: The Constant Pressure on Women

    Every summer, the media floods us with pictures that make us look closely at womenโ€™s bodies and keep up unrealistic standards. Every year, body shaming has become a disturbing tradition thanks to embarrassing photos taken by reporters and harsh news stories. There are important questions that this show brings up, like why are womenโ€™s bodies…

  • A cherished family heirloom at the centre of a mixed-family fight

    An angry woman went to Reddit for help after her husband, Joey, started a fight over a precious family necklace that was meant for Emily, her biological daughter. Her family has had this emerald necklace for a long time, given by the mother to the oldest child on their 14th birthday. It was important to…

  • โ€œChallenge Your Mind: A Fun IQ Test to Assess Your Observational Skillsโ€

    Are you ready to see how well your ability to observe compares to others? This interesting quiz is meant to test your ability to notice small changes, which is a skill that smart people often have. The quiz is based on the idea of Intelligence Quotient (IQ), a test that shows how well a person…

  • The prestigious Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award is given to George Strait.

    Willie Nelsonโ€™s Lifetime Achievement Award was given to country music great George Strait at the 2024 CMA Awards. At the event on November 20, Strait showed his deep appreciation for all the people who have helped him throughout his long and successful career. Straitโ€™s moving speech thanked his family for being there and loving him.…

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